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Conventions for Alert Messages
This manual uses the following conventions to show alert messages, which are
intended to prevent injury to the user or bystanders as well as property damage, and
important messages that are useful to the user.
WARNING:
This indicates a hazardous situation that could result in death or serious personal
injury (potential hazard) if the user does not perform the procedure correctly.
CAUTION:
This indicates a hazardous situation that could result in minor or moderate personal
injury if the user does not perform the procedure correctly. This signal also indicates
that damage to the product or other property may occur if the user does not perform
the procedure correctly.
IMPORTANT:
This indicates information that could help the user to use the product more
effectively.

Alert Messages in the Text

An alert message in the text consists of a signal indicating an alert level followed by
an alert statement. Alert messages are indented to distinguish them from regular
text. Also, a space of one line precedes and follows an alert statement.
WARNING:
The tasks listed below for this product and optional product provided by Fujitsu
Siemens Computers should be performed only by authorized service personnel.
The user must not perform these tasks. Incorrect operation of these tasks may cause
electric shock, injury, or fire.
■Installation and reinstallation of all components
■Removal of front, rear, or side covers
■Mounting/unmounting of optional internal devices
■Connecting/disconnecting of external interface cables
■Maintenance (repair and regular diagnosis and maintenance)
Also, important alert messages are shown in “Important Alert Messages” on
page xx.